Not only guests, but Greeks themselves love beaches along the coastline south of Athens. Luxury villas are combined with coniferous trees, tranquil lakes, and mineral springs. Windsurfing is popular here, sailing is developed, and the best golf clubs are always opened in the country. The sun, striving for sunset, sets right in the ruins of ancient temples. Do not miss the exciting entertainment, visit the ruins of different eras, luxurious restaurants near the beaches with unique climatic conditions. The best resorts on our list.
Voula Beach is a sand and pebble beach located 18 km south of the Greek capital. It is known for its good infrastructure, impeccable cleanliness, beautiful nature. Athenians, residents of Glyfada and foreign tourists relax here.
Vouliagmeni is a thermal lake formed about a million years ago during tectonic shifts. Today, this word designates a complex of sandy beaches, picturesque bays and thermal springs surrounding the above-described lake. This place is famous for majestic cliffs, emerald waters, underwater caves and other natural wonders. People come here to improve their health, enjoy the beauty of the wild nature, spend time in excellent places and relax from the hustle and bustle.
Eden is a municipal beach located in the vicinity of Athens. It has a large size, well-developed infrastructure and an interesting contingent. Families with children, students, schoolchildren, athletes, party people and active travelers relax here. Among its guests are residents of Athens and the local population.
Yabanaki Beach is a sandy beach located 20 km south of Athens. It is famous for its soft sand, shallow sea and calm weather. Which automatically turns it into an ideal place for a family vacation. Also couples in love, elderly tourists, residents of Athens and fans of passive pastime love to relax here.
Glyfada is a sandy beach that boasts a good location and proximity to the Greek capital: Athens is only 16 km away. The beach is surrounded by a small pine grove. The long, beautiful pier offers panoramic views of the sea, the local bay and the mountains of Hellas.
Legrena is a sandy beach located 60 km from the city of Athens and 3 km from Cape Sounion. On its territory there are no sunbeds, toilets and other infrastructure. Only bright blue sea, majestic cliffs and stormy greenery await vacationers.
Schinias Beach is a sandy beach located 45 km east of Athens. It pleases tourists with a new infrastructure, friendly staff and soft sand, which you want to walk on again and again. Here families with children, youth, surfers, athletes, “lazy tourists” and other representatives of a respectable audience rest.
Sounio Beach is located 60 km from the city of Athens. Next to it there is the ancient sanctuary of Poseidon, erected during the Greek-Persian wars. Also in this place there are several mountain peaks, dense forests, luxurious forks. The beach is popular among local historians, divers, family couples and youth. At the height of the season, a lot of tourists rest here.
Porto Rafti is a small but cozy beach adjacent to a large city. The main feature of Porto Rafti is a stunning view from the sea. Before the gaze of vacationers, dozens of boats and yachts, green hills, built up with residential buildings and the majestic mountains of Hellas. Also, the beach is characterized by calm weather (it is located in the bay), a sharp set of depth (it starts 3 meters from the coast) and an almost complete absence of waves.
Anavissos is a sand and pebble beach that received the Blue Flag Award. This place is popular among a variety of tourists. Including young people and the elderly, families with children and party people, active travelers and fans of sunbathing. The only ones who do not like it are introverts who seek peace and tranquility.
Mati is a pebble beach located 33 km from the city of Athens. The local sea is distinguished by shallow water - a mark of 2 meters and more is reached 5-15 meters from the coast. There are virtually no strong winds, large waves, thunderstorms and showers.
Lutsa (Artemis) is a sandy beach located 25 km from the central part of Athens. It is known for coniferous grove, paved paths, soft and pleasant to the touch sand. Its length exceeds 3 km. This beach is characterized by a strong wind, a smooth set of depth and good waves. It is popular with surfers, swimmers and diving fans. Also here rests youth, families with children and gastronomic tourists.
Kavouri is a "semi-wild" beach located on the peninsula of the same name. Kavouri consists of two sections: Megalo and Micro Kavuri. The first, located south, is characterized by a large number of rocks, hilly relief and pebble surface. Next to it is a fashionable hotel with a swimming pool, sport fields and a first-class restaurant. Northern Mikro Kavouri is a tiny sandy beach with a beautiful marina and a smooth set of depth.
Votsalakia is a sand and gravel beach located in Piraeus (a suburb of Athens). On its territory there is a gym, tennis court, two football fields, a swimming pool and a cinema. There is also a toilet, free parking, several bus stops. The beach is surrounded by tall buildings, sports facilities and quaint trees. From its shore there is a beautiful view of the endless sea, the mountains of Hellas and the suburbs of Athens.
Kokkino Limanaki is a sandy and pebble beach, surrounded by greenery. Kokkino Limanaki is characterized by a smooth set of depth, calm weather and medium waves. It is popular among surfers, campers, families and fishermen. Its main advantage is a calm atmosphere. There are no discos, noisy bars or nightclubs. The only music that sounds on the beach is the sound of waves.